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Youth: Drop-In Chess Sessions

Youth in second through sixth grade, who are beginners or have some experience, are invited to drop in to play chess.

Chess sessions are held on the third floor of the library on the second and fourth Saturday of the month. Check the events calendar before attending as the schedule is subject to change.

Led by volunteers from Impact Chess, a local nonprofit organization dedicated to bringing chess to youth in our community.

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AGE GROUP: | Teens | Kids |

EVENT TYPE: | STEAM | Sports & Games | *No Registration |

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Princeton Public Library
Phone: 609-924-9529
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Mon, Mar 02 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Tue, Mar 03 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Wed, Mar 04 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Thu, Mar 05 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Fri, Mar 06 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sat, Mar 07 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Mar 08 12:00PM to 5:00PM
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AARP Tax Assistance by Appointment
Mon, Mar 02, 8:45am - 12:30pm
Princeton Public Library - Community Room
AARP volunteers prepare and electronically file Federal and N.J. individual, non-complex income tax returns for seniors and people of low and moderate income. Appointments required.
Kids: Playtime Fun: At the Market
Mon, Mar 02, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Princeton Public Library - Story Room
Come play together at the library! These drop-in play sessions offer an opportunity for young children to play with their caregiver in a relaxed, fun and social learning space. Themes change weekly.
English Conversation (in person)
Mon, Mar 02, 12:00pm - 1:30pm
Princeton Public Library - Quiet Room
Practice your English speaking skills in-person with others during conversation facilitated by a volunteer. This program is for intermediate and advanced speakers.
Library Reads
Mon, Mar 02, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Virtual - Zoom Meeting
Library staff members share notable new titles to add to your to-be-read list at these monthly sessions. Register for Zoom link via CMAP.Register
Tech: Preventing Digital Theft
Mon, Mar 02, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Princeton Public Library - Tech Center
This class provides an overview of best practices for securing personal technology. Registration required.
Registration is now closed
Kids & Teens: Homework Help
Mon, Mar 02, 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Princeton Public Library - CoLab Space
Princeton University students provide after-school homework help in all academic subjects to students in elementary through high school.
Learn English at The Library
Mon, Mar 02, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Princeton Public Library - Conference Room
This free, 15-week course is for those at a high-beginner level. Basic English skills are required and participants are expected to attend all sessions. Registration is full.
Author: Misty L. Heggeness - A Library and Labyrinth Collaboration
Mon, Mar 02, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Princeton Public Library - Community Room
Economist Misty Heggeness discusses her book, "Swiftynomics" which views pop culture through a feminist lens and illuminates how women influence and shape the economy.
English Conversation (virtual)
Mon, Mar 02, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Virtual - Google Meet
Practice your English speaking skills with others during conversation facilitated by a volunteer on Google Meet. This group is for intermediate and advanced English speakers.
English Conversation (in person)
Tue, Mar 03, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Princeton Public Library - Quiet Room
Practice your English speaking skills in-person with others during conversation facilitated by a volunteer. This program is for intermediate and advanced speakers.
Kids: Playtime Fun: At the Market
Tue, Mar 03, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Princeton Public Library - Story Room
Come play together at the library! These drop-in play sessions offer an opportunity for young children to play with their caregiver in a relaxed, fun and social learning space. Themes change weekly.
Kids & Teens: Homework Help
Tue, Mar 03, 3:00pm - 6:00pm
Princeton Public Library - CoLab Space
Princeton University students provide after-school homework help in all academic subjects to students in elementary through high school.
Mercer County Community ID
Tue, Mar 03, 4:00pm - 6:30pm
Princeton Public Library - Conference Room
All Mercer County residents are eligible for this photo ID card, which provides the cardholder's personal identifying information, medical risk factors and emergency contact information.Register
Kids: Tinker Tuesday: Magna-Tiles
Tue, Mar 03, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Princeton Public Library - Myra & Van Williams Spark Lab
Kids in grades 3-5 explore, create, design, and problem-solve during this monthly building session. This month features Magna-Tiles.
Workshop: Writers Room
Tue, Mar 03, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Princeton Public Library - Tower Room
Writers receive constructive feedback at these twice-monthly group sessions during which participants read passages from a work in progress and members offer suggestions.
Author: Emily Nemens - A Labyrinth and Library Collaboration
Tue, Mar 03, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Off-Site - Labyrinth Books
The author is joined by Jack Livings to discuss her recently published novel "Clutch." Book signing to follow.
Drop in and Knit
Wed, Mar 04, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Princeton Public Library - Quiet Room
Bring your knitting and/or crochet project (and your own supplies) to these drop-in social gatherings. Sessions will not include instruction.
Kids: Storytime!
Wed, Mar 04, 10:30am - 11:00am
Princeton Public Library - Story Room
This interactive, in-person story time features books, songs, rhymes, fingerplays and movement for children 2 years old and up with an adult caregiver.
Kids: Baby Storytime
Wed, Mar 04, 11:30am - 12:00pm
Princeton Public Library - Story Room
This interactive, in-person story time features books, songs, rhymes, fingerplays and movement for children 0-24 months old with an adult caregiver.
Kids: Baby Play Group
Wed, Mar 04, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Princeton Public Library
After Baby Storytime, stay and play with your baby in a supportive and nurturing environment with other young families and continue the fun with free play and socialization.
Workshop: Digital Oral History Part 3 - Processing Interviews and Creating Access
Wed, Mar 04, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Princeton Public Library - Tech Center
Learn the foundations of digital oral history from library staff involved with the Voices of Princeton initiative. For beginners and experienced participants.
Kids & Teens: Homework Help
Wed, Mar 04, 3:00pm - 6:00pm
Princeton Public Library - CoLab Space
Princeton University students provide after-school homework help in all academic subjects to students in elementary through high school.
English Conversation (virtual)
Wed, Mar 04, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Virtual
Practice your English speaking skills with others during conversation facilitated by a volunteer on Google Meet. Registration required. This program is for intermediate and advanced speakers.
Journaling Club
Wed, Mar 04, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Princeton Public Library - Quiet Room
Anyone motivated by "The Book of Alchemy: A Creative Practice for an Inspired Life" by Suleika Jaouad is invited to join this new journaling club.
Author: Andrew David Edwards
Wed, Mar 04, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Princeton Public Library - Community Room
Historian Andrew David Edwards presents his new book, "Money and the Making of the American Revolution." Registration requested, but not required.
English Conversation (in person)
Thu, Mar 05, 9:30am - 11:00am
Princeton Public Library - Quiet Room
Practice your English speaking skills in-person with others during conversation facilitated by a volunteer. This program is for intermediate and advanced speakers.
Kids: Storytime!
Thu, Mar 05, 10:30am - 11:00am
Princeton Public Library - Story Room
This interactive, in-person story time features books, songs, rhymes, fingerplays and movement for children 2 years old and up with an adult caregiver.
Kids: Baby Storytime
Thu, Mar 05, 11:30am - 12:00pm
Princeton Public Library - Story Room
This interactive, in-person story time features books, songs, rhymes, fingerplays and movement for children 0-24 months old with an adult caregiver.
Kids: Baby Play Group
Thu, Mar 05, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Princeton Public Library - Story Room
After Baby Storytime, stay and play with your baby in a supportive and nurturing environment with other young families and continue the fun with free play and socialization.
Learn English at the Library
Thu, Mar 05, 12:30pm - 2:30pm
Princeton Public Library - Quiet Room
This free, 15-week course is for those at an Intermediate level. English skills are required and participants are expected to attend all sessions. This course is full.
Tech Help from Bloomberg’s Women in Technology
Thu, Mar 05, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Princeton Public Library - Tech Center
Members of Bloomberg’s Women in Technology group offer personalized tech assistance. Drop in at any time during the session.
Kids & Teens: Homework Help
Thu, Mar 05, 3:00pm - 6:00pm
Princeton Public Library - CoLab Space
Princeton University students provide after-school homework help in all academic subjects to students in elementary through high school.
PSO Soundtracks: From Score to Stage
Thu, Mar 05, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Princeton Public Library - Community Room
Composer Julian Grant and renowned harpsichordist Mahan Esfahani discuss the upcoming world premiere of Grant's "Vaudeville in Teal," and what it means to take new music from the score to the stage.
Job Seekers: AI and Your Job Search
Fri, Mar 06, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Princeton Public Library - Community Room
Presenter: Naga Tumuluri. Networking begins at 9:45 a.m.
Kids: Little Songbirds
Fri, Mar 06, 10:30am - 11:00am
Princeton Public Library - Story Room
Children ages 12 months to 3 years are invited to join us for a joyful, interactive class designed to nurture their natural love of music and movement. Registration required.
This event is full
Cancelled
English Conversation (in person)
Fri, Mar 06, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Princeton Public Library
Practice your English speaking skills in-person with others during conversation facilitated by a volunteer. This program is for intermediate and advanced speakers.
Teens: Open Mic Night
Fri, Mar 06, 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Princeton Public Library - Community Room
Students in Princeton-area high schools are invited to perform at this teens-only event.
Kids: Saturday Storytime!
Sat, Mar 07, 10:30am - 11:00am
Princeton Public Library - Story Room
This interactive, in-person story time features books, songs, rhymes, fingerplays and movement for children 2 years and up, accompanied by an adult.
Kids: Mandarin Chinese Storytime
Sat, Mar 07, 11:30am - 12:00pm
Princeton Public Library - Story Room
Storytime in Mandarin Chinese for children and their caregivers.
Teens: Go Between Club
Sat, Mar 07, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Princeton Public Library - Story Room
All sixth, seventh, and eighth graders are welcome to join us for a fun discussion of books and other interests.
Lecture Recitals from the New School for Music Study - Qin Ling presents "A Journey Through Chinese Piano Music"
Sat, Mar 07, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Princeton Public Library - Community Room
Faculty from the New School for Music Study (NSMS) in Kingston present a series of four lecture recitals, in which they play and discuss historic repertoire for the piano.
Author: Amy Jo Burns in Conversation with Anica Mrose Rissi - A Book Brunch Event
Sun, Mar 08, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Princeton Public Library - Community Room
The author discusses her novel "Wait for Me" with Anica Mrose Rissi. Doors open at 10:45 a.m. for coffee, pastries and live music by The Roly-Polys. The conversation begins at 11 a.m.
Kids: French Storytime
Sun, Mar 08, 3:00pm - 3:30pm
Princeton Public Library - Story Room
Storytime in French for children and their caregivers.
Performance: The Cook College Ramblers
Sun, Mar 08, 3:00pm - 4:15pm
Princeton Public Library - Community Room
The band presents an Irish folk music concert featuring rollicking reels, rousing rebel songs and big Irish ballads as a lead-up to St. Patrick's Day.
AARP Tax Assistance by Appointment
Mon, Mar 09, 8:45am - 12:30pm
Princeton Public Library - Community Room
AARP volunteers prepare and electronically file Federal and N.J. individual, non-complex income tax returns for seniors and people of low and moderate income. Appointments required.
Kids: Playtime Fun: Build it!
Mon, Mar 09, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Princeton Public Library - Story Room
Come play together at the library! These drop-in play sessions offer an opportunity for young children to play with their caregiver in a relaxed, fun and social learning space. Themes change weekly.
English Conversation (in person)
Mon, Mar 09, 12:00pm - 1:30pm
Princeton Public Library - Quiet Room
Practice your English speaking skills in-person with others during conversation facilitated by a volunteer. This program is for intermediate and advanced speakers.
Teens: VRcade
Mon, Mar 09, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Princeton Public Library - Myra & Van Williams Spark Lab
Teens 13+ are invited to explore the world of virtual reality (VR) with games.
Learn English at The Library
Mon, Mar 09, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Princeton Public Library - Conference Room
This free, 15-week course is for those at a high-beginner level. Basic English skills are required and participants are expected to attend all sessions. Registration is full.
Author: Tom Griffiths
Mon, Mar 09, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Princeton Public Library - Community Room
Tom Griffiths, head of Princeton’s AI Lab, discusses his new book "The Laws of Thought: The Quest for a Mathematical Theory of the Mind." Book signing to follow.
Rescheduled
Workshop: Writers Room Poets
Mon, Mar 09, 7:00pm - 8:35pm
New date Monday, March 09, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Virtual
Poets read from works in progress and receive constructive peer feedback at these virtual sessions.
English Conversation (virtual)
Mon, Mar 09, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Virtual - Google Meet
Practice your English speaking skills with others during conversation facilitated by a volunteer on Google Meet. This group is for intermediate and advanced English speakers.
Workshop: Writers Room Poets
Mon, Mar 09, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Virtual - Zoom Webinar
Poets read from works in progress and receive constructive peer feedback at these virtual sessions.Register
Art: Princeton Sketchers
Tue, Mar 10, 10:30am - 12:30pm
Princeton Public Library - Conference Room
Sketchers of all abilities and experience levels meet to sketch, draw and paint together in this social art group.
English Conversation (in person)
Tue, Mar 10, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Princeton Public Library - Quiet Room
Practice your English speaking skills in-person with others during conversation facilitated by a volunteer. This program is for intermediate and advanced speakers.
Kids: Playtime Fun: Build it!
Tue, Mar 10, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Princeton Public Library - Story Room
Come play together at the library! These drop-in play sessions offer an opportunity for young children to play with their caregiver in a relaxed, fun and social learning space. Themes change weekly.
Mercer County Community ID
Tue, Mar 10, 4:00pm - 6:30pm
Princeton Public Library - Conference Room
All Mercer County residents are eligible for this photo ID card, which provides the cardholder's personal identifying information, medical risk factors and emergency contact information.Register
Teens: Game On!
Tue, Mar 10, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Princeton Public Library - Myra & Van Williams Spark Lab
Teens in grades 6-12 are invited to play new Nintendo Switch 2 games.
Financial Empowerment Program
Tue, Mar 10, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Princeton Public Library - Community Room
This eight-session program gives an overview of financial basics including credit, debt management, investment, taxes, insurance and more and includes one-on-on coaching.Register
Drop in and Knit
Wed, Mar 11, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Princeton Public Library - Quiet Room
Bring your knitting and/or crochet project (and your own supplies) to these drop-in social gatherings. Sessions will not include instruction.
Poetry Craft Lab for Advanced Poets
Wed, Mar 11, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Princeton Public Library - Conference Room
Poet Dara-Lyn Shrager leads this eight-week workshop designed for experienced poets seeking feedback on a work in progress. Registration required as space is limited.
Kids: Storytime!
Wed, Mar 11, 10:30am - 11:00am
Princeton Public Library - Story Room
This interactive, in-person story time features books, songs, rhymes, fingerplays and movement for children 2 years old and up with an adult caregiver.
Kids: Baby Storytime
Wed, Mar 11, 11:30am - 12:00pm
Princeton Public Library - Story Room
This interactive, in-person story time features books, songs, rhymes, fingerplays and movement for children 0-24 months old with an adult caregiver.
Kids: Baby Play Group
Wed, Mar 11, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Princeton Public Library
After Baby Storytime, stay and play with your baby in a supportive and nurturing environment with other young families and continue the fun with free play and socialization.
English Conversation (virtual)
Wed, Mar 11, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Virtual
Practice your English speaking skills with others during conversation facilitated by a volunteer on Google Meet. Registration required. This program is for intermediate and advanced speakers.
Opening Reception for "Shaped by Earth, Moved By Water" - and Closing Reception for "The Poetry of Nature"
Wed, Mar 11, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Princeton Public Library - Community Room,Newsroom,Tech Center
Meet the artists exhibiting in the Princeton Environmental Film Festival's art show "Shaped by Earth, Moved By Water" and the photographers whose works are part of "The Poetry of Nature."
English Conversation (in person)
Thu, Mar 12, 9:30am - 11:00am
Princeton Public Library - Quiet Room
Practice your English speaking skills in-person with others during conversation facilitated by a volunteer. This program is for intermediate and advanced speakers.
Kids: Storytime!
Thu, Mar 12, 10:30am - 11:00am
Princeton Public Library - Story Room
This interactive, in-person story time features books, songs, rhymes, fingerplays and movement for children 2 years old and up with an adult caregiver.
Fiction Book Group
Thu, Mar 12, 10:30am - 11:30am
Princeton Public Library - Conference Room
The group discusses "Flashlight" by Susan Choi.
Kids: Baby Storytime
Thu, Mar 12, 11:30am - 12:00pm
Princeton Public Library - Story Room
This interactive, in-person story time features books, songs, rhymes, fingerplays and movement for children 0-24 months old with an adult caregiver.
Kids: Baby Play Group
Thu, Mar 12, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Princeton Public Library - Story Room
After Baby Storytime, stay and play with your baby in a supportive and nurturing environment with other young families and continue the fun with free play and socialization.
Learn English at the Library
Thu, Mar 12, 12:30pm - 2:30pm
Princeton Public Library - Quiet Room
This free, 15-week course is for those at an Intermediate level. English skills are required and participants are expected to attend all sessions. This course is full.
Presentation: JLab Community Journalism Ceremony
Thu, Mar 12, 5:30pm - 8:00pm
Princeton Public Library - Community Room
Students from Mercer County Community College's J Lab Community Journalism Cohort V give presentations and receive completion certificates.
Black Voices Book Group
Thu, Mar 12, 7:15pm - 8:30pm
Google Meet - https://meet.google.com/rra-ukco-uzt?pli=1
The group discusses "The Sum of Us: What Racism Costs Everyone and How We Can Prosper Together" by Heather McGhee. All are welcome.
Kids: Little Songbirds
Fri, Mar 13, 10:30am - 11:00am
Princeton Public Library - Story Room
Children ages 12 months to 3 years are invited to join us for a joyful, interactive class designed to nurture their natural love of music and movement. Registration required.
Registration opens Friday, March 6 2026 at 10:30am
English Conversation (in person)
Fri, Mar 13, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Princeton Public Library - Quiet Room
Practice your English speaking skills in-person with others during conversation facilitated by a volunteer. This program is for intermediate and advanced speakers.
Kids: Saturday Storytime!
Sat, Mar 14, 10:30am - 11:00am
Princeton Public Library - Story Room
This interactive, in-person story time features books, songs, rhymes, fingerplays and movement for children 2 years and up, accompanied by an adult.
Author: Benyamin Cohen
Sat, Mar 14, 11:00am - 12:15pm
Princeton Public Library - Community Room
Author and journalist Benyamin Cohen discusses his book, "The Einstein Effect: How the World’s Favorite Genius Got Into Our Cars, Our Bathrooms, and Our Minds."
Rescheduled
Kids: Spanish Storytime
Sat, Mar 14, 2:00pm - 2:30pm
New date Sunday, March 29, 2:00pm - 2:30pm
Princeton Public Library
Storytime in Spanish for children and their caregivers.
Meeting: New Jersey Tolkien Society
Sat, Mar 14, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Princeton Public Library - Conference Room
The Mercer Oakenshield Fellowship invites all Princeton-area Tolkien fans to its monthly New Jersey Tolkien Society meeting.
Kids & Teens: Drop-In Chess Sessions
Sat, Mar 14, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Princeton Public Library - Story Room
These sessions are intended for youth in second through sixth grade who are beginners or have some chess experience.
Lecture Recital from the New School for Music Study - Xiaoya Gao presents "Impressions of Childhood"
Sat, Mar 14, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Princeton Public Library - Community Room
Faculty from the New School for Music Study (NSMS) in Kingston present a series of four lecture recitals, in which they play and discuss historic repertoire for the piano.
Kids: German Storytime
Sun, Mar 15, 1:30pm - 2:00pm
Princeton Public Library - Story Room
Storytime in German for children and their caregivers.
Open Acoustic Jam
Sun, Mar 15, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Princeton Public Library - Community Room
At this inclusive and open jam for local musicians, chord charts and lyrics for songs will be provided. Bring your acoustic guitar, uke, violin, resonator, tambourine or your voice to join the fun.
AARP Tax Assistance by Appointment
Mon, Mar 16, 8:45am - 12:30pm
Princeton Public Library - Community Room
AARP volunteers prepare and electronically file Federal and N.J. individual, non-complex income tax returns for seniors and people of low and moderate income. Appointments required.
Workshop: Writers Room
Mon, Mar 16, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Princeton Public Library - Tower Room
Writers receive constructive feedback at these twice-monthly group sessions during which participants read passages from a work in progress and members offer suggestions.
Kids: Playtime Fun: Music & Movement
Mon, Mar 16, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Princeton Public Library - Story Room
Come play together at the library! These drop-in play sessions offer an opportunity for young children to play with their caregiver in a relaxed, fun and social learning space. Themes change weekly.
English Conversation (in person)
Mon, Mar 16, 12:00pm - 1:30pm
Princeton Public Library - Quiet Room
Practice your English speaking skills in-person with others during conversation facilitated by a volunteer. This program is for intermediate and advanced speakers.
Tech: Using the Apple Watch
Mon, Mar 16, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Princeton Public Library - Tech Center
Learn to set up and use your Apple Watch to its best advantage. Registration required.
Kids & Teens: Homework Help
Mon, Mar 16, 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Princeton Public Library - CoLab Space
Princeton University students provide after-school homework help in all academic subjects to students in elementary through high school.
Learn English at The Library
Mon, Mar 16, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Princeton Public Library - Conference Room
This free, 15-week course is for those at a high-beginner level. Basic English skills are required and participants are expected to attend all sessions. Registration is full.
Nerdy Nook
Mon, Mar 16, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Princeton Public Library - Newsroom
Local scientists, engineers, historians, anthropologists and others discuss the wacky and wild histories behind their areas of expertise, as well as the work they do in the lab.
English Conversation (virtual)
Mon, Mar 16, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Virtual - Google Meet
Practice your English speaking skills with others during conversation facilitated by a volunteer on Google Meet. This group is for intermediate and advanced English speakers.
 Workshop: Flash Fiction
Tue, Mar 17, 10:00am - 11:00am
Princeton Public Library - Tower Room
Meghana Karanjkar leads a fun, creative writing workshop for aspiring writers. No experience necessary. Registration required.
English Conversation (in person)
Tue, Mar 17, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Princeton Public Library - Quiet Room
Practice your English speaking skills in-person with others during conversation facilitated by a volunteer. This program is for intermediate and advanced speakers.
Kids: Playtime Fun: Music & Movement
Tue, Mar 17, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Princeton Public Library - Story Room
Come play together at the library! These drop-in play sessions offer an opportunity for young children to play with their caregiver in a relaxed, fun and social learning space. Themes change weekly.
Tech: Ask the Mac Pros
Tue, Mar 17, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Princeton Public Library - Tech Center
Members of the Princeton Macintosh Users Group help resolve questions about Apple devices. Drop in at any time during this session.
Kids & Teens: Homework Help
Tue, Mar 17, 3:00pm - 6:00pm
Princeton Public Library - CoLab Space
Princeton University students provide after-school homework help in all academic subjects to students in elementary through high school.
Movie: "Waking Ned Devine"
Tue, Mar 17, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Princeton Public Library - Community Room
The classic comedy, set in a tiny Irish village, is screened in honor of St. Patrick's Day.
Catherine Project Book Discussion Series
Tue, Mar 17, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Princeton Public Library - Tower Room
This weekly book discussion series examines fundamental texts in political theory, focusing on the theme of revolution. Online and in person. Register
Mercer County Community ID
Tue, Mar 17, 4:00pm - 6:30pm
Princeton Public Library - Conference Room
All Mercer County residents are eligible for this photo ID card, which provides the cardholder's personal identifying information, medical risk factors and emergency contact information.Register
Kids: Game On!
Tue, Mar 17, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Princeton Public Library - Myra & Van Williams Spark Lab
Kids in grades 3-5 are invited to play new Nintendo Switch 2 games.
Registration opens Tuesday, March 10 2026 at 4:00pm
Catherine Project Book Discussion Series
Tue, Mar 17, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Princeton Public Library - Tower Room
This monthly book discussion series examines fundamental texts in political theory, focusing on the theme of revolution. Online and in person.Register
Songwriters Circle and Open Mic
Tue, Mar 17, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Princeton Public Library - Community Room
The Princeton Chapter of the Nashville Songwriters Association provides feedback and tips to help songwriters improve at this event that also includes an acoustic open mic. Sign in begins at 5:30 p.m.
Workshop: Writers Room Online
Tue, Mar 17, 7:00pm - 8:35pm
Virtual - Zoom Webinar
Writers receive constructive feedback at these monthly online group sessions during which participants read passages from a work in progress and members offer suggestions.Register
Drop in and Knit
Wed, Mar 18, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Princeton Public Library - Quiet Room
Bring your knitting and/or crochet project (and your own supplies) to these drop-in social gatherings. Sessions will not include instruction.
Poetry Craft Lab for Advanced Poets
Wed, Mar 18, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Princeton Public Library - Conference Room
Poet Dara-Lyn Shrager leads this eight-week workshop designed for experienced poets seeking feedback on a work in progress. Registration required as space is limited.
Kids: Storytime!
Wed, Mar 18, 10:30am - 11:00am
Princeton Public Library - Story Room
This interactive, in-person story time features books, songs, rhymes, fingerplays and movement for children 2 years old and up with an adult caregiver.
Kids: Baby Storytime
Wed, Mar 18, 11:30am - 12:00pm
Princeton Public Library - Story Room
This interactive, in-person story time features books, songs, rhymes, fingerplays and movement for children 0-24 months old with an adult caregiver.
Kids: Baby Play Group
Wed, Mar 18, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Princeton Public Library
After Baby Storytime, stay and play with your baby in a supportive and nurturing environment with other young families and continue the fun with free play and socialization.
Kids & Teens: Homework Help
Wed, Mar 18, 3:00pm - 6:00pm
Princeton Public Library - CoLab Space
Princeton University students provide after-school homework help in all academic subjects to students in elementary through high school.
English Conversation (virtual)
Wed, Mar 18, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Virtual
Practice your English speaking skills with others during conversation facilitated by a volunteer on Google Meet. Registration required. This program is for intermediate and advanced speakers.
Demonstration: Pysanky Decorating and History
Wed, Mar 18, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Princeton Public Library - Community Room
Artist Jenny Santa Maria demonstrates how to create pysanky, eggs decorated using the centuries-old Ukrainian method using beeswax and richly layered dyes. Registration required; space is limited.
Journaling Club
Wed, Mar 18, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Princeton Public Library - Quiet Room
Anyone motivated by "The Book of Alchemy: A Creative Practice for an Inspired Life" by Suleika Jaouad is invited to join this new journaling club.
Board of Trustees Meeting
Wed, Mar 18, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Princeton Public Library - Newsroom
The library's Board of Trustees will meet at the Princeton Public Library.
Film: "Porcelain War"
Wed, Mar 18, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Off-Site - Princeton Garden Theatre
The documentary about three Ukrainian creatives who choose to fight not only with weapons, but with their art—painting, sculpting, and dreaming amid destruction, is screened at the Garden Theatre.Register
English Conversation (in person)
Thu, Mar 19, 9:30am - 11:00am
Princeton Public Library - Quiet Room
Practice your English speaking skills in-person with others during conversation facilitated by a volunteer. This program is for intermediate and advanced speakers.
Kids: Storytime!
Thu, Mar 19, 10:30am - 11:00am
Princeton Public Library - Story Room
This interactive, in-person story time features books, songs, rhymes, fingerplays and movement for children 2 years old and up with an adult caregiver.
Tech: Library of Things Pop-Up
Thu, Mar 19, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Princeton Public Library - Lobby
Items that are part of our Library of Things will be displayed for visitors to learn about and explore.
Kids: Baby Storytime
Thu, Mar 19, 11:30am - 12:00pm
Princeton Public Library - Story Room
This interactive, in-person story time features books, songs, rhymes, fingerplays and movement for children 0-24 months old with an adult caregiver.
Kids: Baby Play Group
Thu, Mar 19, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Princeton Public Library - Story Room
After Baby Storytime, stay and play with your baby in a supportive and nurturing environment with other young families and continue the fun with free play and socialization.
Learn English at the Library
Thu, Mar 19, 12:30pm - 2:30pm
Princeton Public Library - Quiet Room
This free, 15-week course is for those at an Intermediate level. English skills are required and participants are expected to attend all sessions. This course is full.
Kids & Teens: Homework Help
Thu, Mar 19, 3:00pm - 6:00pm
Princeton Public Library - CoLab Space
Princeton University students provide after-school homework help in all academic subjects to students in elementary through high school.
Crafts: Stitch Club Princeton
Thu, Mar 19, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Princeton Public Library - Newsroom
All are invited to bring their needlework of all kinds to this drop-in social gathering. Beginners, high school age and up, are welcome.
The Phyllis Marchand Leadership Lecture
Thu, Mar 19, 6:30pm - 8:15pm
Princeton Public Library - Community Room
Princeton University astrophysicist Jenny Greene shares insight about her research and reflects on her role with Princeton's Prison Teaching Initiative, which she co-founded.
Job Seekers: Take Control of Your Job Search Loneliness
Fri, Mar 20, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Princeton Public Library - Community Room
Presenter: Paul Cecala. Networking begins at 9:45 a.m.
Kids: Little Songbirds
Fri, Mar 20, 10:30am - 11:00am
Princeton Public Library - Story Room
Children ages 12 months to 3 years are invited to join us for a joyful, interactive class designed to nurture their natural love of music and movement. Registration required.
Registration opens Friday, March 13 2026 at 10:30am
English Conversation (in person)
Fri, Mar 20, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Princeton Public Library - Quiet Room
Practice your English speaking skills in-person with others during conversation facilitated by a volunteer. This program is for intermediate and advanced speakers.
PEFF: "Overburden"
Fri, Mar 20, 7:30pm - 9:00pm
Princeton University, Robertson Hall, 20 Prospect Avenue, Princeton, NJ 08542 - Robertson Bowl 016
The fragile recovery of communities and rare wildlife in the mining-scarred Nimba Mountains is threatened by a global steel company using conservation promises to brand a new mining venture as green.
Kids: Family Matinee Series: "Son of Godzilla"
Sat, Mar 21, 10:00am - 11:30am
Off-Site - Princeton Garden Theatre
The eighth film from the beloved Toho kaiju series is screened at the Princeton Garden as part of the theater's $5 Family Matinee series. PG. 1 hour, 24 minutes.
Kids: Makers Day Saturday Storytime!
Sat, Mar 21, 10:30am - 11:00am
Princeton Public Library - Story Room
This interactive, in-person story time features books, songs, rhymes, fingerplays and movement for children 2 years and up, accompanied by an adult.
Tiger Tech Help
Sat, Mar 21, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Princeton Public Library - Tech Center
Drop-in, one-on-one assistance from Princeton University technology students is provided on a first-come, first served basis.
Lecture Recital from the New School for Music Study - American Voices: Celebrating Heritage & Women in Music
Sat, Mar 21, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Princeton Public Library - Community Room
Faculty from the New School for Music Study (NSMS) in Kingston present a series of four lecture recitals, in which they play and discuss historic repertoire for the piano.
Workshop: Digital Oral History - Part 1: “Designing the Project”
Sun, Mar 22, 12:30pm - 1:30pm
Princeton Public Library - Tech Center
Learn the foundations of digital oral history in this three-part workshop. Participants are welcome to attend individual sessions or all three. See description for full details.
Workshop: Digital Oral History - Part 2: “Collecting Interviews”
Sun, Mar 22, 1:45pm - 3:00pm
Princeton Public Library - Tech Center
Learn the foundations of digital oral history in this three-part workshop. Participants are welcome to attend individual sessions or all three. See description for full details.
Kids: Special Storytime With Scott Rothman
Sun, Mar 22, 2:00pm - 2:30pm
Princeton Public Library - Story Room
Author Scott Rothman shares and signs his latest book, "Judgy Bunny and the Terrible Beach."
Workshop: Digital Oral History - Part 3: “Processing Interviews and Creating Access”
Sun, Mar 22, 3:15pm - 4:30pm
Princeton Public Library - Tech Center
Learn the foundations of digital oral history in this three-part workshop. Participants are welcome to attend individual sessions or all three. See description for full details.
AARP Tax Assistance by Appointment
Mon, Mar 23, 8:45am - 12:30pm
Princeton Public Library - Community Room
AARP volunteers prepare and electronically file Federal and N.J. individual, non-complex income tax returns for seniors and people of low and moderate income. Appointments required.
Kids: Playtime Fun: Puppet Play
Mon, Mar 23, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Princeton Public Library - Story Room
Come play together at the library! These drop-in play sessions offer an opportunity for young children to play with their caregiver in a relaxed, fun and social learning space. Themes change weekly.
English Conversation (in person)
Mon, Mar 23, 12:00pm - 1:30pm
Princeton Public Library - Quiet Room
Practice your English speaking skills in-person with others during conversation facilitated by a volunteer. This program is for intermediate and advanced speakers.
Tech: Windows 11
Mon, Mar 23, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Princeton Public Library - Tech Center
This class will explore the key differences between Windows 10 and 11 and demonstrate how to regain some familiar features from Windows 10.
Kids & Teens: Homework Help
Mon, Mar 23, 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Princeton Public Library - CoLab Space
Princeton University students provide after-school homework help in all academic subjects to students in elementary through high school.
Learn English at The Library
Mon, Mar 23, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Princeton Public Library - Conference Room
This free, 15-week course is for those at a high-beginner level. Basic English skills are required and participants are expected to attend all sessions. Registration is full.
Author: Curtis Dozier
Mon, Mar 23, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Princeton Public Library - Community Room
The classicist and author presents his book "The White Pedestal: How White Nationalists Use Ancient Greece and Rome to Justify Hate," a critical account of far-right appropriations of the classics.
English Conversation (virtual)
Mon, Mar 23, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Virtual - Google Meet
Practice your English speaking skills with others during conversation facilitated by a volunteer on Google Meet. This group is for intermediate and advanced English speakers.
English Conversation (in person)
Tue, Mar 24, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Princeton Public Library - Quiet Room
Practice your English speaking skills in-person with others during conversation facilitated by a volunteer. This program is for intermediate and advanced speakers.
Kids: Playtime Fun: Puppet Play
Tue, Mar 24, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Princeton Public Library - Story Room
Come play together at the library! These drop-in play sessions offer an opportunity for young children to play with their caregiver in a relaxed, fun and social learning space. Themes change weekly.
Kids & Teens: Homework Help
Tue, Mar 24, 3:00pm - 6:00pm
Princeton Public Library - CoLab Space
Princeton University students provide after-school homework help in all academic subjects to students in elementary through high school.
Catherine Project Book Discussion Series
Tue, Mar 24, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Princeton Public Library - Tower Room
This weekly book discussion series examines fundamental texts in political theory, focusing on the theme of revolution. Online and in person. Register
Mercer County Community ID
Tue, Mar 24, 4:00pm - 6:30pm
Princeton Public Library - Conference Room
All Mercer County residents are eligible for this photo ID card, which provides the cardholder's personal identifying information, medical risk factors and emergency contact information.Register
Teens: Craft, Chat and Chill - Book Bedazzling
Tue, Mar 24, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Princeton Public Library - Myra & Van Williams Spark Lab
Join us for a monthly craft and chat hour where teens do hands-on projects and chat books, movies, podcasts, music and more.
Retirement Income and Estate Planning Strategies
Tue, Mar 24, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Princeton Public Library - Community Room
This presentation helps individuals approaching retirement, or those currently retired, to better understand retirement income and estate planning considerations.
Drop in and Knit
Wed, Mar 25, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Princeton Public Library - Quiet Room
Bring your knitting and/or crochet project (and your own supplies) to these drop-in social gatherings. Sessions will not include instruction.
Poetry Craft Lab for Advanced Poets
Wed, Mar 25, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Princeton Public Library - Conference Room
Poet Dara-Lyn Shrager leads this eight-week workshop designed for experienced poets seeking feedback on a work in progress. Registration required as space is limited.
Kids: Storytime!
Wed, Mar 25, 10:30am - 11:00am
Princeton Public Library - Story Room
This interactive, in-person story time features books, songs, rhymes, fingerplays and movement for children 2 years old and up with an adult caregiver.
Kids: Baby Storytime
Wed, Mar 25, 11:30am - 12:00pm
Princeton Public Library - Story Room
This interactive, in-person story time features books, songs, rhymes, fingerplays and movement for children 0-24 months old with an adult caregiver.
Kids: Baby Play Group
Wed, Mar 25, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Princeton Public Library
After Baby Storytime, stay and play with your baby in a supportive and nurturing environment with other young families and continue the fun with free play and socialization.
Tech: Finding Health Information Online
Wed, Mar 25, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Princeton Public Library - Tech Center
Learn to find reliable, up-to-date health information and resources online and through library databases. Registration required.
Kids & Teens: Homework Help
Wed, Mar 25, 3:00pm - 6:00pm
Princeton Public Library - CoLab Space
Princeton University students provide after-school homework help in all academic subjects to students in elementary through high school.
English Conversation (virtual)
Wed, Mar 25, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Virtual
Practice your English speaking skills with others during conversation facilitated by a volunteer on Google Meet. Registration required. This program is for intermediate and advanced speakers.
English Conversation (in person)
Thu, Mar 26, 9:30am - 11:00am
Princeton Public Library - Quiet Room
Practice your English speaking skills in-person with others during conversation facilitated by a volunteer. This program is for intermediate and advanced speakers.
Kids: Storytime!
Thu, Mar 26, 10:30am - 11:00am
Princeton Public Library - Story Room
This interactive, in-person story time features books, songs, rhymes, fingerplays and movement for children 2 years old and up with an adult caregiver.
Kids: Baby Storytime
Thu, Mar 26, 11:30am - 12:00pm
Princeton Public Library - Story Room
This interactive, in-person story time features books, songs, rhymes, fingerplays and movement for children 0-24 months old with an adult caregiver.
Kids: Baby Play Group
Thu, Mar 26, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Princeton Public Library - Story Room
After Baby Storytime, stay and play with your baby in a supportive and nurturing environment with other young families and continue the fun with free play and socialization.
Learn English at the Library
Thu, Mar 26, 12:30pm - 2:30pm
Princeton Public Library - Quiet Room
This free, 15-week course is for those at an Intermediate level. English skills are required and participants are expected to attend all sessions. This course is full.
Kids & Teens: Homework Help
Thu, Mar 26, 3:00pm - 6:00pm
Princeton Public Library - CoLab Space
Princeton University students provide after-school homework help in all academic subjects to students in elementary through high school.
Kids: Coding with Byte Budz
Thu, Mar 26, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Princeton Public Library - Myra & Van Williams Spark Lab
Students in grades 1 to 3 learn the basics of block coding through interactive lessons and activities. Led by teen coders of Byte Budz.
Registration opens Thursday, March 19 2026 at 4:00pm
Kids: Little Songbirds
Fri, Mar 27, 10:30am - 11:00am
Princeton Public Library - Story Room
Children ages 12 months to 3 years are invited to join us for a joyful, interactive class designed to nurture their natural love of music and movement. Registration required.
Registration opens Friday, March 20 2026 at 10:30am
Friends of Princeton Open Space Nature Book Club
Fri, Mar 27, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Off-Site
Join us at Mountain Lakes House to discuss "Walden" by Henry David Thoreau. The discussion will include an indoor study of plant pressings, with the opportunity to create one.
English Conversation (in person)
Fri, Mar 27, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Princeton Public Library - Quiet Room
Practice your English speaking skills in-person with others during conversation facilitated by a volunteer. This program is for intermediate and advanced speakers.
Kids: Saturday Storytime!
Sat, Mar 28, 10:30am - 11:00am
Princeton Public Library - Story Room
This interactive, in-person story time features books, songs, rhymes, fingerplays and movement for children 2 years and up, accompanied by an adult.
Tiger Tech Help
Sat, Mar 28, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Princeton Public Library - Tech Center
Drop-in, one-on-one assistance from Princeton University technology students is provided on a first-come, first served basis.
Kids: Portuguese Storytime
Sat, Mar 28, 11:30am - 12:00pm
Princeton Public Library - Story Room
Storytime in Portuguese for children and their caregivers.
Kids: Japanese Storytime
Sat, Mar 28, 1:00pm - 1:30pm
Princeton Public Library - Story Room
Storytime in Japanese for children and their caregivers.
Kids and Teens: Science Saturdays
Sat, Mar 28, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Princeton Public Library - Myra & Van Williams Spark Lab
Princeton University scientists present hands-on science activities at this monthly program for kids in fifth through eighth grade.
Registration opens Saturday, March 21 2026 at 2:00pm
Kids & Teens: Drop-In Chess Sessions
Sat, Mar 28, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Princeton Public Library - Story Room
These sessions are intended for youth in second through sixth grade who are beginners or have some chess experience.
Kids: Spanish Storytime
Sun, Mar 29, 2:00pm - 2:30pm
Princeton Public Library - Story Room
Storytime in Spanish for children and their caregivers.
Kids: Persian Storytime
Sun, Mar 29, 3:00pm - 3:30pm
Princeton Public Library - Story Room
Storytime in Persian for children and their caregivers.
AARP Tax Assistance by Appointment
Mon, Mar 30, 8:45am - 12:30pm
Princeton Public Library - Community Room
AARP volunteers prepare and electronically file Federal and N.J. individual, non-complex income tax returns for seniors and people of low and moderate income. Appointments required.
Kids: Playtime Fun: Dinosaur Discovery
Mon, Mar 30, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Princeton Public Library - Story Room
Come play together at the library! These drop-in play sessions offer an opportunity for young children to play with their caregiver in a relaxed, fun and social learning space. Themes change weekly.
English Conversation (in person)
Mon, Mar 30, 12:00pm - 1:30pm
Princeton Public Library - Quiet Room
Practice your English speaking skills in-person with others during conversation facilitated by a volunteer. This program is for intermediate and advanced speakers.
Tech: Using Google Forms
Mon, Mar 30, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Princeton Public Library - Tech Center
Learn how to use Google Forms to easily and quickly create surveys, forms and questionnaires.
This event is full
Learn English at The Library
Mon, Mar 30, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Princeton Public Library - Conference Room
This free, 15-week course is for those at a high-beginner level. Basic English skills are required and participants are expected to attend all sessions. Registration is full.
English Conversation (virtual)
Mon, Mar 30, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Virtual - Google Meet
Practice your English speaking skills with others during conversation facilitated by a volunteer on Google Meet. This group is for intermediate and advanced English speakers.
English Conversation (in person)
Tue, Mar 31, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Princeton Public Library - Quiet Room
Practice your English speaking skills in-person with others during conversation facilitated by a volunteer. This program is for intermediate and advanced speakers.
Kids: Playtime Fun: Dinosaur Discovery
Tue, Mar 31, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Princeton Public Library - Story Room
Come play together at the library! These drop-in play sessions offer an opportunity for young children to play with their caregiver in a relaxed, fun and social learning space. Themes change weekly.
Catherine Project Book Discussion Series
Tue, Mar 31, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Princeton Public Library - Tower Room
This weekly book discussion series examines fundamental texts in political theory, focusing on the theme of revolution. Online and in person. Register
Mercer County Community ID
Tue, Mar 31, 4:00pm - 6:30pm
Princeton Public Library - Conference Room
All Mercer County residents are eligible for this photo ID card, which provides the cardholder's personal identifying information, medical risk factors and emergency contact information.Register
Poetry Craft Lab for Advanced Poets
Wed, Apr 01, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Princeton Public Library - Conference Room
Poet Dara-Lyn Shrager leads this eight-week workshop designed for experienced poets seeking feedback on a work in progress. Registration required as space is limited.
Kids: Storytime!
Wed, Apr 01, 10:30am - 11:00am
Princeton Public Library - Story Room
This interactive, in-person story time features books, songs, rhymes, fingerplays and movement for children 2 years old and up with an adult caregiver.
Kids: Baby Storytime
Wed, Apr 01, 11:30am - 12:00pm
Princeton Public Library - Story Room
This interactive, in-person story time features books, songs, rhymes, fingerplays and movement for children 0-24 months old with an adult caregiver.
Kids: Baby Play Group
Wed, Apr 01, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Princeton Public Library
After Baby Storytime, stay and play with your baby in a supportive and nurturing environment with other young families and continue the fun with free play and socialization.
English Conversation (virtual)
Wed, Apr 01, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Virtual
Practice your English speaking skills with others during conversation facilitated by a volunteer on Google Meet. Registration required. This program is for intermediate and advanced speakers.
Journaling Club
Wed, Apr 01, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Princeton Public Library - Quiet Room
Anyone motivated by "The Book of Alchemy: A Creative Practice for an Inspired Life" by Suleika Jaouad is invited to join this new journaling club.
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